Draining fuel tank: Audi Q5 (AEH, AFB, AFN, AGN, …)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi Q5 (8R, 2008–2017)

• Opens: fuel
• Special tools named: VAS 5190

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• If fuel extractorVAS 5190 A is still fitted with extraction hose with fixed tip, replace with version with screw-on tip.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📐 23 workshop diagrams for AEH

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

1. Observe safety precautions .
2. Observe rules for cleanliness . [Note: If fuel extractorVAS 5190 A is still fitted with extraction hose with fixed tip, replace with version with screw-on tip.]
3. Unscrew tip (1) of extraction hose of fuel extractor VAS 5190 A.
4. Screw adapter for fuel extractionVAS 5190 /2 from adapter set for fuel extractionVAS 5190 /10 onto extraction hose.
5. Remove 1/3 section of rear seat bench (right-side) General body repairs, interior72Rear seats; Removing and installing seat bench/individual seats.

6. Remove bolts (arrows) and detach cover (1) for flange.
7. Unplug electrical connector (1) on flange.
8. To do so, slide catch (1) upwards (arrow A) and press release catch inwards (arrow B).
9. Release retainer catch with assembly tool T10118 and unplug electrical connector (1) on flange.
10. Unplug electrical connector (2) on flange.
11. To do so, slide catch (1) upwards (arrow A) and press release catch inwards (arrow B).
12. ⚠ The fuel can become extremely hot. This can cause injuries.In extreme cases the fuel lines and the fuel can reach a temperature of 100 °C. Allow the fuel to cool down before disconnecting the lines - danger of scalding.Wear protective gloves.Wear safety goggles.Risk of injury - fuel system operates under high pressure.To reduce the pressure in the fuel system, wrap a clean cloth around the connection and carefully loosen the connection. — Disconnect fuel lines (1) and (2) on flange (press release tab).
13. On vehicles with auxiliary heater, press release tab and disconnect fuel line (3) leading to metering pump at flange.
14. Connect extraction hose to supply connection on flange with adapter for fuel extractionVAS 5190 /2.
15. Extract approx. 10 litres of fuel.
16. Press release tab and detach adapter for fuel extractionVAS 5190 /2 from flange.
17. Unscrew adapter for fuel extractionVAS 5190 /2 from extraction hose and screw tip back on.
18. Unscrew locking ring using wrench T10202.
19. Pull flange slightly out of fuel tank and slide extraction hose of fuel extractor VAS 5190 A through gap between flange and opening and into fuel tank.
20. Extract remaining fuel through opening for fuel delivery unit.
21. Install flange for fuel delivery unit .
22. Remove 1/3 section of rear seat bench (right-side) General body repairs, interior72Rear seats; Removing and installing seat bench/individual seats.
23. Remove bolts (arrows) and detach cover (1) for flange.
24. Unplug electrical connector (1) on flange.
25. To do so, slide catch (1) upwards (arrow A) and press release catch inwards (arrow B).
26. Release retainer catch with assembly tool T10118 and unplug electrical connector (1) on flange.
27. Unplug electrical connector (2) on flange.
28. To do so, slide catch (1) upwards (arrow A) and press release catch inwards (arrow B).
29. ⚠ The fuel can become extremely hot. This can cause injuries.In extreme cases the fuel lines and the fuel can reach a temperature of 100 °C. Allow the fuel to cool down before disconnecting the lines - danger of scalding.Wear protective gloves.Wear safety goggles.Risk of injury - fuel system operates under high pressure.To reduce the pressure in the fuel system, wrap a clean cloth around the connection and carefully loosen the connection. — Disconnect fuel lines (1) and (2) on flange (press release tab).
30. On vehicles with auxiliary heater, press release tab and disconnect fuel line (3) leading to metering pump at flange.
31. Unscrew locking ring using wrench T10202.
32. Pull flange slightly out of fuel tank and slide extraction hose of fuel extractor VAS 5190 A through gap between flange and opening and into fuel tank.
33. Extract remaining fuel through opening for fuel delivery unit.
34. Install flange for fuel delivery unit .

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